Mental Health Resources
Your college experience can be exciting, but it can also be a stressful time in your life. If you're feeling overwhelmed or need someone to talk to, our mental health counselor can help.
The counseling center does not provide 24-hour coverage. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency and need immediate assistance, call 911 or the crisis numbers listed on the right side of this page.
Available Services for Undergraduates
Concordia's Counseling Center provides a wide array of free services in a confidential and caring Christian environment.
- Short-term counseling (4-6 counseling sessions per semester)
- Consultations of one-two sessions
- Let's Talk program offered once a week
- Group counseling to gain skills for common, everyday challenges such as stress, relationships and more.
- We assist you during personal crises and emergencies.
- We can help you find community-based mental health providers and specialists as requested or needed. Community-based services are found in Seward and Lincoln.
Cost of services: All services are provided free of charge to enrolled Concordia students.
Confidentiality: All services are confidential, please see Concordia's confidentiality standards.
Appointment hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Let's Talk
Every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. you will have the opportunity to stop for a free, confidential, brief consultation with a counselor located in Jesse 101 which typically takes 15-20 minutes.
Let's Talk is NOT traditional counseling and instead offers a place where you can talk about immediate concerns and receive expert suggestions about solutions and resources, or simply meet someone who listens well and can offer support. No topic is off-limits, but common concerns include:
- stress
- sadness
- career questions
- academic concerns
- family problems
- financial struggles
- relationship concerns, and more
Learn more about the Let's Talk program
We Listen
At the counseling office we listen to you with openness and respect. By listening, a counselor can help you identify and deal more effectively with your concerns.
Stress and anxiety | Grief |
College adjustment | Spiritual challenges |
Self-esteem/identity | Sleep difficulties |
Relationships | Eating disorders |
Depression | Drug or alcohol problems |
Abuse/trauma | And much more… |
Wellness Workshops
| Date | Topic | Location |
| September 18 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Welcome to College: Empowering Your College Journey: This workshop will equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to navigate their first semester and beyond successfully and gain strategies for success and hear from former students who have survived the college experience! | THOM Auditorium |
October 30 6:30-7:30 p.m. | The Anxiety Toolbox: This workshop is designed to increase the healthy management of anxiety using a CBT-based curriculum. It will also help you understand the difference between stress and anxiety and how to address each in healthy ways. | THOM Auditorium |
| November 13th 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Growth Mindset/Mindfulness: The purpose of this workshop is to empower students with the knowledge and practical tools to cultivate a growth mindset and incorporate mindfulness into their daily lives and foster a mindset that values continuous learning and personal development. Guest: Professor Amy Hubach | THOM Auditorium |
| February 12th 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Healthy Relationships: This workshop aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to cultivate and sustain positive, meaningful and healthy relationships in all areas of their lives. | THOM Auditorium |
| March 19th 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Pathways to Healing: Navigating Grief Together: The purpose of this grief workshop is to provide a compassionate and supportive space for students to explore their feelings of loss and grief. Through guided discussions, therapeutic activities, and shared experiences, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the grieving process and develop coping strategies to manage their emotions. | THOM Auditorium |
| April 16th 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Refresh & Renew: A Path to Wellness and Self-Care: Students will learn effective self-care strategies to manage stress, enhance mental and physical health, and cultivate a positive mindset. This workshop aims to inspire and support students in developing personalized self-care routines that promote overall wellness, resilience, and a sense of fulfillment in their daily lives. | THOM Auditorium |
Confidentiality Standards
The Counseling Center recognizes the need for students to have a safe and confidential environment in order to feel comfortable sharing personal information; therefore, no information is shared or exchanged without written consent by the student. Exceptions to the confidentiality policy include state and license mandated law and ethics: if the student reports risk of danger to self or others, if there is suspicion of child or elder abuse, or there is a request made by written subpoena or court order. Counselors may obtain necessary and confidential consultation or supervision with other mental health professionals to ensure quality of care. If you have any additional questions or want to learn more about confidentiality, please contact the Counseling Center.
Counseling FAQs
Some of the common concerns students address in counseling include: adjustment to college, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family concerns, academic performance, identity exploration, interpersonal relationships and social skill-building, body image, sleep disruption, and stress management (just to name a few!).
Login to the student health portal to make an appointment.
There are no fees for students to visit with a counselor, as they are covered by the cost of tuition.
The Counseling Center is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm, and sessions are scheduled during the day around your class schedule. Students needing immediate help may call the center (402-643-7398) or come directly to the office to meet with a therapist for brief counseling and stabilization. Please see the FAQ about urgent needs and crisis for additional information.
The Counseling Center recognizes the need for students to have a safe and confidential environment to feel comfortable sharing personal information; therefore, no information is shared or exchanged without written consent by the student. Exceptions to the confidentiality policy include state and license mandated law and ethics: if the student reports risk of danger to self or others, if there is suspicion of child or elder abuse, or there is a request made by written subpoena or court order. Counselors may obtain necessary and confidential consultation or supervision with other mental health professionals to ensure quality of care. If you have any additional questions or want to learn more about confidentiality, please contact the Counseling Center. All counselors will discuss confidentiality when students are seen for the first appointment.
Most students who seek services at the Counseling Center are seen for brief (4-6 sessions per semester), goal focused counseling. Some students will be referred off campus when they want or have the need for more long-term, specialized, or intensive treatment than campus counseling can provide.
In the case that a student has an urgent need or is in an emergency situation, students may come directly to the Counseling Center (Jesse 101) to meet with a therapist for brief counseling and stabilization. If you have a mental health-related emergency outside of the Counseling Center’s hours, please call 911 immediately and if on campus, you can contact Campus Security at 402-643-3033.
Additional 24/7 Crisis support is available:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (also the Veterans Crisis Hotline)
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
- Trevor Project 24/7 Line: 1-866-488-7386
An emergency/crisis experience is individually based, depending on what it feels like for you based on your “normal.” We encourage students to contact the counseling office or come in for an emergency/crisis session if they feel it is indeed one and is needed. We prefer to see you, and please know that you will be seen as soon as a therapist becomes available. Walk to the Student Life Office in Janzow Campus Center and you will be directed with next steps. Some examples of a need for an emergency/crisis counseling session include:
- Imminent suicidal thought and/or a plan
- Imminent homicidal thoughts
- Gross impairment in thinking ability
- Exhibiting bizarre behavior
- Experienced a recent trauma
Most of the time, students feel connected with their therapist. There are times, however, when it may not feel like a good fit. Although it might feel difficult, we believe it is best to speak directly with your therapist first and let them know you would like to change therapists. We do not get angry or offended when students want to change therapists, though we do find it is helpful to talk about the reasons you want to change to figure out how to best suit your needs. If that feels too hard, you may contact Kathy L'Heureux, Director, at 402-643-7398 to proceed.
Attending college is stressful at times! Many students encounter problems that are not easily resolved, or their usual ways of handling problems are not working well for some reason. Counseling can be a helpful means of support to address concerns that may be interfering with a student’s ability to function academically and/or socially.
We offer drop-in consultation appointments via our Let’s Talk program that is available every week on Thursday from 2-4 pm in Jesse 101.
You can encourage your student to email the Counseling Center (counselingoffice@cune.edu) or in case of an emergency, go to the Student Life Office in Janzow Campus Center for immediate services or call Campus Security at 402-643-3033. The Counseling Center does not have the authority to mandate that any student seek our services, and we cannot solicit individuals to seek counseling.
If you are concerned about your child’s wellbeing, please call the Student Life Office at 402-643-7411 and someone will be able to assist your student in getting the support that they need either through the Counseling Center, or other support services on campus.
Your willingness to respond to students in distress will be influenced by your personal style and your philosophy about the limits of a professor’s or staff member’s responsibility for helping students grow emotionally as well as intellectually. A student’s openness to such assistance, as well as the location of the contact and the depth of your relationship will impact the types of interactions you can have with a student.
Students will often approach a faculty member about their problems before talking to a friend or family member.
Some problems common to college students:
- Family problems
- Problems with a romantic partner or spouse
- Academic difficulties
- Alcohol or drug problems
- Stress
- Depression
The key to recognizing distress is to look for changes in:
- behavior
- class attendance
- quality of work
- appearance
Three basic things to remember:
- Your expression of concern may provide the motivation students need to seek help.
- You are not responsible for students’ well-being, nor are you responsible for whether a student seeks help.
- Counseling Services is available to consult with you about any student you might be concerned about.
Meet Our Staff
Kathy L'Heureux
Director of Counseling Services
Kathy has worked in counseling for over 17 years which includes school and clinical counseling. Her therapeutic approach is integrative therapy with an emphasis on CBT and SFBT. Her experience has been working with children, adolescents, young adults and families who have experienced trauma, abuse, grief, stress and anxiety. She also incorporates a wellness perspective and holistic approach and a passion for guiding others to discover their best self through the counseling process.
Hannah Niehardt
Part-time Counselor
Hannah specializes in individual counseling with adolescents and young adults. She is passionate about taking a holistic approach to counseling and seeing the whole person for who they are. Hannah has had the opportunity to work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
Emergency Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-8255
Blue Valley Behavioral Health Crisis Line
877-409-6600
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to
741741
For Victims of Sexual Misconduct
If you or someone you know may be a victim of rape, date rape or other sexual assault you are strongly encouraged to seek immediate assistance.
- If you are in an emergency situation, dial 911 (police) or 402-643-3033 (campus security)
- Contact the Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline at 800-876-6238
- Contact the Hope Crisis Center at 877-388-4673
Additional Mental Health Resources
In addition to the services provided by the Counseling Center, there are numerous external resources available to you.
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